Dried onions imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Nigeria imported dried onions worth $4.7 million (2.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 25% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $4.7M | 2.1K t |
| 2023 | $3.8M | 1.9K t |
| 2022 | $3.3M | 1.6K t |
| 2021 | $4.4M | 2.1K t |
| 2020 | $2.3M | 1.2K t |
| 2019 | $2.8M | 1.4K t |
| 2018 | $2.6M | 1.3K t |
| 2017 | $2.4M | 1.1K t |
Where Nigeria imports dried onions from
India alone supplied 92% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $4.3M | 92% |
| Hungary | $151K | 3.2% |
| China | $131K | 2.8% |
| Egypt | $104K | 2.2% |
| Ghana | $11K | 0.2% |
| United States | $3K | 0.1% |
| United Kingdom | $2K | 0% |
| Indonesia | $0K | 0% |
| Turkey | $0K | 0% |
| South Africa | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.23 per kg, close to the world average of $2.58.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Dried onions exports from Nigeria
In 2024, Nigeria exported dried onions worth $226 thousand (783 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: United Arab Emirates accounted for 99% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $224K | 99% |
| South Africa | $1K | 0.5% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $0K | 0.1% |
| Canada | $0K | 0.1% |
| Niger | $0K | 0.1% |
| France | $0K | 0% |
| Malaysia | $0K | 0% |
| Ireland | $0K | 0% |
| Netherlands | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Nigeria?
The shipment records behind Nigeria dried onions imports (HS 0712.20): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 0712.20: Vegetables: onions, whole, cut, sliced, broken or in powder but not further prepared, dried.
Common questions
What is the value of dried onions imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported dried onions worth $4.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 31st of 197 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 25% on 2023.
Which countries supply dried onions to Nigeria?
India was the largest supplier with 92% of the value ($4.3 million), followed by Hungary (3%) and China (3%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 10 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 101% on the year.
What is the average import price of dried onions per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.23 per kg in 2024, 14% below the world average of $2.58 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of dried onions to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.4 million in 2017 to $4.7 million in 2024, an increase of 94%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $3.3 million a year.
Does Nigeria also export dried onions?
Yes. Nigeria exported $226 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates, South Africa and Cote d'Ivoire. On balance Nigeria is a net importer of this product, by about $4.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for dried onions?
The HS code for dried onions is subheading 0712.20. It sits in HS chapter 07 (vegetables and certain roots and tubers; edible). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0712 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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